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Faye Dunaway is Joan Crawford. A star...a legend...and a mother...the illusion of perfection. - Mommie Dearest
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Title: Mommie Dearest

Release Date: 16 Sep 1981

Runtime: 2h 8m

Genre: Drama

Director: Paramount Pictures, The Irwin Yablans Company

Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, The Irwin Yablans Company

Overview: Renowned film star Joan Crawford's abuse towards Christina, her adopted daughter, intensifies as her professional and romantic relationships turn sour.

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Ratings

Average Vote: 6.4 (206 votes)

Cast

  • Joan Crawford: Faye Dunaway
  • Christina Crawford: Diana Scarwid
  • Greg Savitt: Steve Forrest
  • L.B. Mayer: Howard Da Silva
  • Christina Crawford as a Child: Mara Hobel
  • Carol Ann: Rutanya Alda
  • Al Steele: Harry Goz
  • Ted Gelber: Michael Edwards
  • Barbara Bennett: Jocelyn Brando
  • Mrs. Chadwick: Priscilla Pointer
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